About the role
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This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Posting DetailsJob Posting Information
Posting Number PG195174SPInternal Recruitment No Working Title Utilities Distribution Technician Anticipated Hiring Range $52,000 - $57,000 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Utilities & Engineering Services About the Department TheNC State University Facilities Divisionis home to nearly 900 professionals whoplan,buildandmaintainthe spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:
Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship. Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respectedemployersin the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer! Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review ourEmployee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer:
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcarebenefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. Essential Job Duties Join NC State University's Utilities and Engineering team as a Utilities Distribution Technician and play a hands-on role in maintaining the essential infrastructure that keeps our campus operating safely and reliably. This position supports NC State's Main, Centennial, and CBC campuses, performing skilled mechanical and piping work, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on critical utility systems, including steam tunnels, pump stations, heat exchangers, pressure-reducing valves (PRVs), and grease traps.
You'll have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, from routine maintenance and repairs to new construction, renovations, and welding projects , while helping ensure reliable utility services for research, academic, and animal hospital facilities. If you enjoy troubleshooting, hands- on work, and solving mechanical challenges that make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and become part of the NC State Facilities team! Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
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Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification(s).
Optional Guidelines: Experience in the trade(s) areas related to the area of assignment may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Required License or Certification
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 09/04/2026Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 09/11/2026 Notice to Applicants Please make sure that the work history you list on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase “see resume”. Special Instructions Please include as attachments a resume/CV and contact information for at least 3 professional references.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Position Details
Position Number 00040502Position Type SHRA Position Classification Band Title Facility Maintenance Technician - Mechanical Trades Position Classification Band Level Journey Position Classification Salary Range $ 35,099 - $ 74,402 Salary Grade Equivalency NC10 Alternate Option If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00 Appointment 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Utilities/Infrastructure Failure Time Limited Position No Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable) Department Id 445050 - Utilities and Engineering EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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